About this experience
Don't miss this summer highlight in the Riviera Maya and snorkel with the biggest fish in the ocean. This is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
Seasonal tour operating daily from 01 June to 15 September
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- It is recommended that you bring sunglasses, a towel, hat, biodegradable sunscreen and a swimsuit
- Minimum age is 6 years
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What is included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Soft drinks and water
- Snorkel equipment
- Light breakfast
Not included
- Medicine for sea sickness if needed
- Please bring your own wetsuit if you have or you can rent one onsite for USD$15
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
We will pick you up at your hotel and drive up to the marina in Cancun, where you will enjoy a light breakfast before we drive out into the open ocean to look for the whale sharks.
We will snorkel with them in a team of two and stop at Playa Norte, Isla Mujeres, on the way back, where we will have a light lunch and some free time.
We return to Cancun around 3 PM and will take you back to your hotels.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pick up from Tulum at an extra charge. Pick-up from Isla Mujeres is only done from a pier downtown; there are no hotel pick-ups. For guests staying in Cozumel, the tour is only available on TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Pro Dive International
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- It is recommended that you bring sunglasses, a towel, hat, biodegradable sunscreen and a swimsuit
- Minimum age is 6 years
- Seasonal tour operating daily from 01 June to 15 September
- The tour is not running on the following days : June 30th, July 30th and August 30th per local regulations.
- Customer guarantee only valid from June 1 to August 31 .
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
How long is this experience?
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pick-up from Isla Mujeres is only done from a pier downtown; there are no hotel pick-ups.
For guests staying in Cozumel, the tour is only available on TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS.
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What ticket format is listed?
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What is the cancellation policy?
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